The Hanseatic Inspiration raises the bar in the expedition cruise segment and features numerous structural elements that enhance the expedition experience even more. Retractable glass balconies on the sun deck give you the feeling of hovering directly above the water and you can stand on the circuit on the bow of the ship to be closer to the action – even closer than the captain. On board you can discover fascinating information about the nature and environment with daily presentations by experts or you can conduct individual studies in the Ocean Academy, a state-of-the-art technology room featuring a large interactive media wall and reading chairs with swivel touchscreens to find further information about varies expedition topics.
The new ship can accommodate 199 guests on Antarctica cruises (230 for other voyages) with exclusively outside cabins, almost all of which have their own balcony or french balcony. There are 3 first class restaurants on board as well as a spa, fitness centre, pool and multiple bars and lounges to help you relax and unwind after a busy day exploring all Antarctica has to offer.
Save 5% on Hanseatic Inspiration 2021-2022 voyages*. Offer excludes some voyages. Valid on new bookings made by 30 April 2021. Discount applies to voyage only. The promotion may change or be discontinued at any time.
Prices are in US$ per person twin share
Cruise Itinerary | Start date | End Date | Days | Starts/Ends | Outside Cabin | Panoramic Cabin | French Balcony | Balcony Cabin | Junior Suite | Grand Suite |
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Ushuaia to Ushuaia,Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula | 5 Dec 2021 | 21 Dec 2021 | 17 | Ushuaia | $17,870 | $18,640 | $19,420 | $20,500 | $25,980 | $34,880 Limited |
Early Booking Offer | $16,977 | $17,708 | $18,449 | $19,475 | $24,681 | $33,136 Limited | ||||
Ushuaia to Ushuaia - Antarctica with Cape Horn | 8 Jan 2022 | 20 Jan 2022 | 13 | Ushuaia | $14,250 | $14,820 | $15,400 | $16,220 | $20,330 | $26,990 Limited |
Early Booking Offer | $13,538 | $14,079 | $14,630 | $15,409 | $19,314 | $25,641 Limited | ||||
Ushuaia to Ushuaia incl. South Orkney Islands & Weddell Sea | 20 Jan 2022 | 5 Feb 2022 | 17 | Ushuaia | $17,870 | $18,640 | $19,420 | $20,500 | $25,980 | $34,880 Limited |
Early Booking Offer | $16,977 | $17,708 | $18,449 | $19,475 | $24,681 | $33,136 Limited | ||||
Ushuaia to Lyttelton (Christchurch) | 5 Feb 2022 | 10 Mar 2022 | 34 | Ushuaia/Lyttelton | $32,520 | On Request | $35,810 | $39,090 | $49,710 | $68,640 Limited |
*All voyages include a return Charter Flight from Buenos Aires except the voyage departing Ushuaia on 5 February 2022- There is a one way Charter flight included in this voyage from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia but guests will be required to pay for their onward journey after disembarkation in Lyttelton.
For more information on the voyages we offer, call 1300 784 794 or email contact@antarcticatravelcentre.com.au
The Outside cabins are 22 square metres and feature a double bed, that can be converted to twin beds, private bathroom facilities with rain shower, lounge area mini bar with soft drink, coffee machine and large windows to exterior views.
The Panoramic cabins are 21 square metres and feature a double bed, that can be converted to twin beds, private bathroom facilities with rain shower, lounge area mini bar with soft drink, coffee machine and floor to ceiling windows to exterior views.
The French Balcony cabins are 21 or 23 square metres and feature a double bed, that can be converted to twin beds, private bathroom facilities with rain shower, lounge area mini bar with soft drink, coffee machine and french balcony.
The Balcony cabins are 27 square metres, including private balcony, and feature a double bed, that can be converted to twin beds, private bathroom facilities with rain shower, lounge area mini bar with soft drink and coffee machine
The Junior Suites are 42 square metres, including private balcony. They have separate sleeping, dining and living areas with the sleeping area allowing you to wake up to panoramic views. They also feature a private bathroom with rain shower and steam sauna in the shower area, free mini bar, coffee machine and butler service.
The Grand Suites are 41 square metres, including private balcony. They have separate sleeping, dining and living areas with the sleeping area allowing you to wake up to panoramic views. They also feature a private bathroom with rain shower, separate toilet, steam sauna in the shower area, two sinks, free standing bath with access to the balcony. Also included is free mini bar, coffee machine, space heaters on balcony and butler service.
3 Restaurants
Lounge and bars
Pool
Spa
Fitness Centre
Observation deck
Ocean Academy
Presentation Atrium
Expedition in the booked category
International gourmet cuisine – full board (early-bird breakfast, breakfast, bouillon, lunch and dinner (three restaurants to choose from in the evening with flexible opening hours), afternoon coffee/tea time, midnight snack
All landings and rides in the ship’s own Zodiacs (partly e-Zodiacs)
Experienced experts from various disciplines accompany every cruise, give presentations and multimedia lectures, provide well-informed answers to questions about the cruising area and take part in the Zodiac landings/rides
Use of the interactive Ocean Academy with individual knowledge formats
Extensive sports programme: fitness area with ocean view, course programme, additional sports activities on shore depending on the destination
Equipment for loan: one pair of binoculars and two sets of Nordic Walking poles in the cabin itself, furthermore warm parkas, rubber boots, snorkelling equipment
German- and English-speaking ship and expedition management as well as German- and English- speaking service crew
OCEAN SPA with Finnish sauna with an ocean view, steam sauna, indoor and outdoor relaxation area (spa treatments and hairdresser at a surcharge)
In every cabin: champagne to welcome you, mini bar restocked daily with non-alcoholic beverages (additional selection in Grand Suites and Junior Suites), coffee machine, 24-hour cabin service
Flat-screen television with information and entertainment programme, personal e-mail account and Internet access via Wi-Fi (e-mails free of charge, Internet subject to a charge)
Comprehensive information before the cruise – for example, manuals about the Arctic, Antarctic and the Amazon, as well as expedition maps
Information about harbours and destinations (where available) in the cabin
Harbour and airport fees
Cancellation fee insurance (only included for guests from the European Economic Area and Switzerland), bankruptcy insurance
All gratuities on board are included in the price of the cruise. Acknowledgement of particularly good service is at the discretion of each guest
Staff and Crew: 87
Guests: 199
Length: 138 meters
Breadth: 22 meters
Draft: 5.6 meters
Propulsion: Diesel-electric
Ice Class: PC6
Operator: Hapag Lloyd